If you have school-aged boys in your household, you’re going to want to brace yourself for this. Spin Master Toys, the creator of the wildly popular Bakugan trading card game, has once again taken the gaming world by storm with its newest creation…Redakai!
Redakai is the first and only 3D trading card game and with two different play modes for both younger and older Redakai warriors, it sounded absolutely intriguing. I was thrilled when I got the chance to review a Redakai X-Reader Starter Pack for myself.
The X-Reader Starter Pack comes with two packages of cards and an X-Reader portable battlefield so that a child can play with a friend right away. I gave Zackary his Redakai set as a special present after his first day of Kindergarten. We sat down together so that I could explain to him how the game worked.
Luckily, I’d participated in an exclusive online Redakai Play-by-Play session earlier that month so I was well equipped to show Zackary how the game worked. The basic game really is designed for younger players; something that I was absolutely thrilled about. I’ve seen other trading card games before and most of them seem so complicated. Thanks to the Blast3D technology of the Redakai cards, things like damage to a player and changes to defences are shown automatically.
The main calculation involved in the basic game is simply for players to look at the damage their Attack Card causes and see if it is higher or lower than their friend’s current defence. There are three different coloured attacks and defences (blue, red and green) and if the Attack Card has a higher number than the opponent’s Character Card defence score of the same colour, the attack “hits” and the player can place the card on top of their friend’s card and hopefully cause some damage.
To put it simply, when I picked up a Shockwave Attack Card with 250 green attack points, I looked at Zackary’s Character Card and saw that he only had 200 green defence points. So my card goes on top of his, and because the card is clear plastic with the necessary details printed onto it, one of his three yellow health bars is covered by red to indicate damage. What was even more fun was how the “attack” image itself was visible in front of the player as if it was actually happening!
There is an element of math in the game and because the cards deal with hundreds, Redakai is recommended for ages six and up. But Zackary has been proficient with numbers since he first started counting and he had no problem making the necessary calculations to play the game. He had a great time placing his cards down and especially loved the special Monster Cards that gave his player extra defence and a cool new look!
For older players, there is an advanced game as well and to be honest, just looking at the advanced instructions printed on the bottom of the cards had me confused. But that’s what makes Redakai so great; it lets both new players and experienced ones enjoy the game at their current skill levels!
The other great thing about Redakai (and I’m sure every mother of an energetic school-aged boy will agree with me) is the cards themselves. Because they are made of plastic instead of paper, they are unbelievably durable. They can go through the washing machine, be shoved into a pocket and get put through almost any other abuse a child can dish out, and still come out of it looking great!
From Zackary’s reaction to Redakai, I’m sure that this unique new trading card game is going to be a huge hit. There is no doubt in my mind that boys everywhere are going to absolutely love collecting cards and battling friends with Redakai. If you’ve got a boy in elementary school, chances are you may have heard about Redakai already. But if you haven’t, you will soon! So why not pick up an X-Drive Power Pack or an X-Reader Starter Kit and let your child start enjoying all the fun of Redakai today!
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edmontonjb says
I like the Redakai Deluxe Figures
Denise G says
I like that the cards are made of plastic
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Todd T says
I like how this game has been designed where it is not too complicated and easier for smaller kids to play.
Cathy C says
I like the fact that the cards are plastic and long lasting.
Marryam B says
I like that the cards are made out of plastic
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Debbie Kennedy says
I learned that they have a forum where you can ask questions and get updates
Karla Sceviour says
I learned that Redakai has been nominated for a peoples choice award.
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tracyschultz@yahoo.com says
I love that that cards are plastic, so that they do not get ripped up, bent in half like other card games in my home 😉
Janette says
I love the imagery
Maegan Morin says
I learned that Redakai is actually a tv show! And I love how the cards are 3D!
Maegan Morin says
I learned that Redakai is actually a tv show! And I love how the cards are 3D! How cool is that?
Jeffrey G says
I love the cards last long. I wish they could use something other than plastic tho. Mother Nature agrees.
tina demarco says
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Amy C says
I learned that on Oct 15 Redakai’s first expansion ‘Metacharged’, releases at hobby stores across North America
Laura Thomas says
I learned that Redakai has been nominated for a people’s play award.
emily l says
I love that the cards are long lasting and plastic, my son needs those sort of things.
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andalene says
Of course, the Hobby Championship Set would be nice for my son!
Ester Glavin says
I learned about the durability!
Athena says
I like that the cards are plastic 🙂
Lori Thomas says
I learned they`ve been nominated for a People`s Play Award
Mikey Richards says
I learned that the REDAKAI universe, where good and evil are locked in an intense struggle for the same mysterious energy force: Kairu. In the hands of good, Kairu is a living force that guides the universe. But in the hands of evil, Kairu can be a destructive force unlike anything else. Those who learn to wield this energy become Kairu Warriors, and they aspire to join the ranks of the most powerful Kairu masters: The Redakai.
Leah Walker says
What a great site. I wasn’t sure what in the world this was. Lol. I had heard of it but the site helped a lot. It has a community and a game and it also has the story with the good guys and bad guys listed so you know what’s what.
Uriah says
I really like the way the cards combine to show the damage that a card is taking. The animation is a plus.
Jennifer Johncock says
I learned that there is a lot of back story to the cards. My son would love this game!
Josie says
I like that the cars are plastic so they will last longer
marlibu says
Wow redakai has been nominated for the people’s play award
corey says
I think my son would be happy with the X-Reader Starter Pack.
Maria Gabriel says
I liked their Redakai Deluxe Figure
Sassy says
I like the Kairu Tin
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renee walters says
I follow your blog on GFC, subscribe to your email and like you on Facebook! I would love to win this for my son! I learned the cards are plastic so they last longer! Thanks so much for the fantastic giveaway!
Renee Walters
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Renski says
I like how this game has been designed where it is not too complicated and easier for smaller kids to play.
Michelle C says
I like how they include the back story on their website for those of us who aren’t as familiar with them! Thanks for the chance to win!
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Ana says
I learned that there is an online league.
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Pauline Milner says
At the Redakai site, I read about the story of the Redakai Universe. Good has to over come evil and players work to become Kairu Masters and fight against evil. The story is a good base for players to garner their interest. Once they learn the story, they are enticed to play to become warriors. I found it an interesting read and it was great that it had videos to help guide you through the story.
Thanks for the great giveaway. >Pauline
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Cujo says
I learned that Redakai has been nominated for a people’s play award.
Rebecca Peters says
I like the Redakai Deluxe Figure
Ginger Gervais says
We visited the site and my son loves these, just the cool effect they have!
monte says
great cards thanks
Desiree Dunbar says
I checked out the site to see why my nephew loves these cards, they are very cool.
Desiree Dunbar says
I checked out the site. I like the cards and see why my nephew likes them.
daniel healey says
I learned that the cards are not made from paper but plastic
marc-andre taillefer says
I like the Redakai Deluxe Figures
Angela Garland says
I learned the it has been nominated for the people’s play awards.
amy deeter says
i like the X-Reader Starter Pack.
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Angela H says
I learned that the first ever Redakai Championship was held at Gen Con 2011.
Gary says
I learned that they have tons of stuff for card collectors and that is cool and I should have had that when I used to collect cards.
Kerry says
I like that they are plastic. Cardboard just doesn’t last long with lots of use.
♡♥♬ Louis♡♥♬ says
I learned that the have a forum community
Thank you for hosting this giveaway
Louis
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amanda l h says
Nominated for the People’s Play Awards.
hamjenny@aol.com says
I learned the cards were plastic that is a neat idea.